Helping staff to make extended patient stays more enjoyable and interesting is part of the work of volunteers at the Epworth Rehabilitation campuses.
Volunteers at Epworth Rehabilitation Brighton can help with ward visiting, hand massages and manicures.
Patients on the Acquired Brain Injury ward benefit from trained volunteers helping Occupational Therapists with the evening group.
Volunteering at Epworth Healthcare is all about becoming part of a team.
Every volunteer is recognised and appreciated for the work they carry out, and while volunteers do not supplant paid staff, their assistance helps patients and visitors feel more comfortable and relaxed during their hospital visit.
The variety of duties undertaken by volunteers at the different Epworth HealthCare campuses creates an interesting, diverse and enriching experience.
Volunteers undergo full training and orientation prior to starting and people in the departments where they work are also given advice on the partnership of working with volunteers.
The Volunteer Services Program is available to assist all staff, patients and visitors across all Epworth HealthCare campuses. If you would like more information on the work and training to become a volunteer please contact:
Frances Yucedag
Manager, Volunteer Services Program
Phone 03 9426 6217